Sacks Slams AI Laws, Says Surveillance Is the Bigger Risk

David Sacks Slams AI Laws, Says Surveillance Is the Bigger Risk

Written by Aaron S.,

Editor-In-Chief

Last Updated: November 04, 2025

Key Takeaways

David Sacks said the true danger of AI lies in government surveillance and control over information, not violent robots;
He argued that strict AI laws could lead to politically biased systems that distort truth based on who’s in power;
Sacks supports lighter AI oversight focused on punishing misuse, while calling for clearer crypto rules to support industry growth.

Stop overpaying - start transferring money with Ogvio. Join the waitlist & grab early Rewards NOW! 🎁

BITDEGREE IN YOUR SOCIAL FEED

David Sacks, an advisor to the Trump administration, warned that the biggest threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) is a system that monitors citizens and shapes what they are allowed to see and hear.

Speaking on The Ben & Marc Show, a podcast hosted by venture firm a16z, Sacks compared different approaches to AI regulation.

He criticized the Biden administration and several Democratic-led states, including California and Colorado, for overly strict AI laws.

How to Track Cryptocurrencies? (3 BEST Tracking Platforms Revealed)

Did you know?

Want to get smarter & wealthier with crypto?

Subscribe - We publish new crypto explainer videos every week!

Sacks warned that if regulations push AI tools to reflect specific political values, the systems could become biased themselves. He said this could lead to filtered or false responses, depending on who is in power.

He also pointed out the surveillance risks. As AI becomes more integrated into daily life, acting like personal assistants, it could gather large amounts of private data. He considers this kind of control the most serious threat from AI.

Rather than policing AI companies or developers, Sacks noted that enforcement should focus on those who misuse the tools. He mentioned that existing laws, such as those banning discrimination, already provide ways to hold bad actors accountable.

Sacks said the Trump administration takes a lighter approach to AI oversight, with the goal of helping the US stay competitive in the field. However, for cryptocurrency, he said the focus is on building clearer rules to help the industry grow.

Recently, in Ohio, Representative Thaddeus Claggett, chair of the House Technology and Innovation Committee, introduced House Bill 469. What does the bill include? Read the full story.